You are invited to participate in the 3rd Science Café organized by ERUA (European Reform University Aliance): “Student and Youth Engagement in Sustainability: Challenges and Solutions”, taking place online on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 15:00 to 17:00 CEST. Register here.
The aim of the discussion is to empower youth leadership in sustainability, foster collaboration among universities, communities and international partners, and promote the development of green skills, intercultural cooperation and well-being. The focus will be on today’s pressing challenges – climate change, biodiversity loss and social justice.
Speakers:
- Isabel Thoman, International Association of Universities
- Leva Budraitė, Director, Green Policy Institute (Lithuania)
- Kinga Sawera, Center for Climate Action and Social Transformation, SWPS University
- Vangelis Zaftis, ERUA Blue Commission, PhD Student, University of the Aegean
- Nikolaos Zouros, Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest (Greece)
Moderator:
Dr. Nomeda Gudelienė, Advisor on Sustainable Development, Mykolas Romeris University.
Why join?
- Learn from international experts and peers.
- Contribute to shaping ERUA’s sustainability initiatives.
- Build cross-disciplinary and international networks.
- Share youth perspectives and impactful projects.
The event welcomes:
- students and researchers,
- ERUA members and partners,
- youth organizations, NGOs and community leaders,
- business and industry stakeholders,
- local and regional policymakers.
What are ERUA Science Cafés?
Science Cafés are open, informal events where academics, students, youth, civil society and policymakers meet to discuss pressing issues. These dialogues are guided by ERUA values – openness, cooperation, intercultural understanding and social responsibility.
These events aim to engage diverse audiences in dialogue, foster collaborative knowledge creation, connect scientific research with societal needs, and create a lasting impact on both the academic and broader communities.